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251 nannies are listed in Oakland, CA
The average posted rate is $27/hr as of April 2025
The average experience for nearby nannies is 8 years
Nannies in Oakland, CA
4.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Erin! I am an educator who is currently between jobs, and I am searching for nearby childcare positions. I have 6+ years of childcare experience, I have worked as a teacher, and previously I worked as a live-in nanny for three summers. Most recently, I was working as an educational program manager in San Francisco. I...
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Early Education
First Aid
CPR
4.0
"I interviewed Erin for a caregiver position and found her to be a very friendly, likeable girl. I didn't get to see her interact with my son very much because we met at the library and he was off and playing, so I probably would have requested a second interview...
Joannah Z.
Katherine M.
Oakland, CA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am 30years old and I have a lot of experience taking care of children. I have nannied for over 15 families. I am an art graduate so I love to encourage children to use their imagination and engage with art. I also teach kids how to throw pottery and other art-related activities. I fully believe that enhancing a child's...
Katherine can also help with: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
4.0
"Katie took care of our daughter after camp this summer. Our daughter truly enjoyed spending time with Katie. Katie is caring, thoughtful, and fun-loving. Our daughter is artistic and Katie was wonderful about sharing her creative spirit. They spent time working on...
Laurel K.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Destiny and I have made children the focus of my life! I graduated from Sacramento State University in May 2020 with a BS in Criminal Justice. I've taken many child development courses throughout college as well as participated in field work in kindergarten classes. I have nannied for several families...
Destiny can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"We were only able to work with Destiny a short time because of COVID, but we wished it was longer. She was enthusiastic and kind with our son."
Jay S.
Vanessa R.
Oakland, CA
$28/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
My name is Vanessa, I live in Oakland, I am a nanny, I have experience with newborns from 0 to 2 years old, preschool children, for more than 15 years.
*My first job was in a daycare I worked for 1 year. Afterwards I worked in a Montessory preschool for 3 years, I have references with the families where I have worked, I have...
Vanessa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Vanessa has been the best nanny to our son!
She started with us when our son was 6 months old and watched him for a year now. She is very attentive, present, loving, and has a very calming presence. She always gives great suggestions when we had questions on...
Norma R.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been babysitting and caring for children since I was in High School. I have a bachelor's degree in Psychology and a master's in Counseling. I've nannied for a single family for nearly 3 years and have over 8 years experience working with children on the Autism Spectrum and other developmental disorders. I love taking kids...
Shannon can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Shannon provided care for our toddler while our nanny was on vacation. She was incredibly warm, kind, and very attuned to our son's needs. She was also respectful of our Covid boundaries. We had such a fantastic experience with her that we were very disappointed...
Emma M.
Danikalynn A.
Oakland, CA
$23-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I love been around kids of all ages, before I became a nanny I was working with child as a group leader/ after school coordinator. I have also worked with kids with special need. I have 4 children of my own. I enjoy doing activities, learning, coloring, singing, building clubhouses, baking if child/ren is old enough and like...
Danikalynn can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Danikalynn is wonderful with children. She came in a pinch to support me with my 8 and 4 year olds. She was prompt, sweet, attentive, and assertive. I would absolutely book her again."
Connie S.
Lucie F.
Oakland, CA
$32/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Lucie, I'm a part time student at Merritt College in Oakland for Nursing studies. My hobbies include hiking, reading, singing and playing music. I am a dog lover and currently have 3 dogs (1 GSD, 1 Staffy and 1 chihuahua terrier mix). I have 4 younger siblings and have spent a lot of time caring for them and...
Lucie can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
5.0
"Great personality, got along well with my son, helpful and trustworthy."
Anitha J.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Most of my family dedicated their careers to education and childcare, so I've grown up in that environment. I love working with kids and helping others, and have been babysitting/nannying for about seven years now! Most recently, I was a full-time caregiver for three children (12mo, 4yr, 6yr) with diagnosed ASD, ODD, and ADHD. I...
Nia can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
Winny A.
Oakland, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Winny, I have over 9 years of experience with kids of all ages. I am responsible, caring, patient and a very social person who loves to take your son/daughter to museums, playgrounds, playing sports, dance, make art projects, read books and so many others activities which can help your child's creativity.
Also I...
Winny can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Winny helped raise my kids from the time they were 5 months and 3 years old. They love her like a mother, and she and her family will always be part of ours. Winny has a huge heart and a caring nature. She is dependable, loving, and respectful. We love Winny!"
Nate M.
5.0
(7)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
Hi families! My name is Yasmin and I bring over 8 years of experience working with children of all ages. I had the opportunity to be an AuPair, where I cared for three girls aged 15 months, 4, and 6 years old. My experience also includes working as a night time nanny for infants. Currently, I work with a group of second graders...
Yasmin can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Yasmin has been such a lovely person to watch our kids. She started off watching our daughter and has since helped with our little one. She’s always on time, reliable, trustworthy and very friendly. I would definitely recommend her. "
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Jennifer B.
Oakland, CA
$25/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Jennifer, I am 27 years old and have been babysitting since I was about 16 years old. I've worked with many families and have all been recommended within each other. I've always loved working with kids since my own mother has been a nanny for 20+ years. I have had the opportunity to see many of the children I've...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Jennifer was great! She watched our 1yo and 5yo in the evening and was able to juggle both kids effectively (we overlapped her a little at the start). She was punctual and had a positive attitude. We would hire her again."
Jelani G.
5.0
(5)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello families! I'm a Fully vaccinated professional, experienced Sitter& Nanny-Educator. Available weekends between 8am-5 p.m. , 1-3 children(age depending), 6 months-12 yrs. I'm patient, nurturing, trustworthy & kind. I care for typical children& those with low to moderate disabilities. I am good at following your child's lead...
Latosha can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Latosha is an exceptional caregiver with extensive experience. Our twin boys (15 mos) love her! She is caring, patient, thoughtful and provided several very helpful suggestions/tips for us to aid in their learning, development, and communication. She is very...
Kate K.
4.8
(5)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I find the most enjoyment in bringing a smile to children and babies faces. On the side of many local experiences as a governess and a professional nanny, I created and organized educational concerts in Europe. During my year long volunteering in Sri Lanka after the Tsunami I created performances that served as healing of...
Lilly Miriam can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Lilly has been watching my 6 month old and has done a great job. She takes him outside on walks and is very engaging and active with him. He enjoys the time they spend together."
Care member
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have only ever worked in child care and grew up with a lot of kids in the house. I have a total of 25 nieces and nephews that I have helped take care of regularly while growing up. That has provided me with a lot of first hand experience with kids from new borns to teenagers. I have also spent time as a TA in high school, I...
Kaela can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"We started part time with Kaela (because she was booked with another family) and were lucky enough to have her take full time work with our baby Hank who is very icy to most people. He and Kaela are like best friends. He lights up when she comes in the door and...
Care member
5.0
(3)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am a retired preschool teacher with a strong professional background in infant care. I have extensive experience in working with children infants through school age, as teacher, tutor, care provider, and nanny. I believe in the respectful approach to childcare, because children are competent learners and-rely on trusting...
Carolina can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Trustline Certified
5.0
"There's not enough great things that we can say about Carolina! She's an amazing nanny to our 6 month old son. When I come home from work he's so happy and I know that they've had such a great time together. Carolina is a very kind, calm, and gentle person. She...
Pennee S.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Nakya, but you can call me Kya, it's easier to remember! I have a ton of experience working with children, starting with the fact that I'm the eldest of 5 ;). I'm originally from the Bay Area and worked for two years with the East Oakland Youth Development Center teaching math and language arts for kids aged 5-12,...
Nakya can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Nakya watched my 2 year old son and 11 year old daughter on days I had to work. She helped my 11 year old with her homework, and went over colors, shapes, and numbers with my then 1 year old son. She stayed late when I needed her to, and on days when she stayed...
Jessica M.
Zoe R.
Oakland, CA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Yale-Educated Special Education Professional Seeks Position As Childcare Provider
5.0
(1)
After 3 years of working in special education, first as a behavioral aide and then as a teacher, I am excited to support children outside of a school setting. I am highly skilled in providing emotional, behavioral, and educational support to children with diverse needs. While providing this support, I take great joy in using...
Zoe can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Zoe initially starting out working for our family farm and has become a long time friend. Her affinity for children was apparent as soon as we met her and she quickly began babysitting for us as well. She truly loves playing with kids of all ages and is fabulous at...
Rachel F.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello! With professional experience as a preschool teacher for over 8 years and 5 years experience as a nanny! I have experience working with infants to junior high. I have education in early childhood education and although I miss the classroom at times I am absolutely in love with the undivided attention I can give children...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Sarah is an absolutely amazing nanny. She has been caring for my 2 (now nearly 3-year old) son for the last several months. She's everything I was hoping to find in a nanny . Of course, at the basic level, I have every confidence that my son is safe in her care....
Susan D.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hello, parents! I have moved back to Oakland after living in San Jose for almost 10 years and I am working full time as an infant/toddler teacher. I have experience working as a transitional kindergarten teacher, nanny, floater teacher, preschool aide and teacher, a school-age daycare teacher and family daycare assistant and...
Krystal can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
(3)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I am a recent graduate from SFSU and a newly registered nurse with a strong passion for childcare and early childhood development. My experience includes working as a student assistant at the University of Oregon's Child Development Center, where I cared for children aged 1 month to 5 years, fostering their developmental growth...
Amaya can also help with: Travel, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Amaya has been looking after our 2 year old since June 2020 (she is with us for the summer). Amaya is responsible, reliable, and goes above and beyond to provide care and create a safe and thoughtful environment for our son. She's taught him sign language, they've...
Jen H.
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Recent nanny reviews from local parents in Oakland, CA
Erin F.
4.0
I interviewed Erin for a caregiver position and found her to be a very friendly, likeable girl. I didn't get to see her interact with my son very much because we met at the library and he was off and playing, so I probably would have requested a second interview before hiring her. Erin wasn't hired...
- Joannah Z.
Katherine M.
5.0
She was a wonderful addition to help us with our family. The children adored her and we would definitely hire again.
- Samantha P.
Destiny G.
5.0
I wish I could leave ten stars for Destiny! We were so lucky to work with her for several months. I was nervous to hire our first-ever nanny for our baby. But Destiny immediately won the whole family over with her warmth, kindness, and openness. She is always punctual and communicative, asking smart...
- Emily T.
Vanessa R.
5.0
Review for Vanessa - Our Exceptional Nanny
Vanessa has truly been a blessing to our family! She has cared for our son since he was 6 months old (he’s now 18 months), and we couldn’t be more grateful to have her in our lives. Vanessa is incredibly loving and nurturing, always going above and beyond...
- Care member
Shannon E.
5.0
Shannon provided care for our toddler while our nanny was on vacation. She was incredibly warm, kind, and very attuned to our son's needs. She was also respectful of our Covid boundaries. We had such a fantastic experience with her that we were very disappointed when it ended! We would love to work...
- Emma M.
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FAQs for finding nannies in Oakland, CA
How much does a nanny cost to hire in 2025 near me in Oakland, CA?
The average rate for nannies on Care.com near you in Oakland, CA is as of is $27.34 per hour as of April, 2025. This rate will fluctuate depending on your location, the nanny's level of experience, and the number of children to be cared for. Other factors that may also influence the rate include specialized care, overnight care, or requesting your nanny to take additional responsibilities at home such as light housekeeping or meal prepping.
How can I find a nanny near me in Oakland, CA?
Not sure how to hire a nanny? If you need help finding a nanny, Care.com currently has 251 in Oakland, CA. You can search for nannies by their location and can compare your options by hourly pay rate, experience, and what ages of kids each nanny is looking to care for. You can also read reviews from other families near you that have worked with the nannies you're interested in interviewing.
What type of nanny services can I find near me in Oakland, CA?
You can find different nanny services in Oakland through Care.com, such as nannies that specialized in infant and newborn care, nannies that help with night-time routines or watch kids overnight, bilingual nannies that speak different languages, live-in nannies, and more. You can search for full-time or part-time nannies in Oakland, CA with different levels of experience and find the one that fits your family's needs.
Ratings for Oakland, CA nannies listed on Care.com
Average Rating4.8 / 5
Nannies in Oakland, CA are rated 4.8 out of 5 stars based on 330 reviews of the 251 listed nannies.